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A bruising Democratic primary between Nicole Cannizzaro and Zach Conine has turned into a test of courtroom chops versus executive management, with unions and big donors splitting the field. The June 9 primary will show which pitch wins out.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Nevada parole commissioners will consider whether former Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs can be released after serving part of his 3-10 year sentence for a deadly 2021 DUI crash.
Weather & Environment in ...
Las Vegas hits the 100s Sunday with highs near 105°F early next week. Plan for hot afternoons, warm nights and find local cooling centers.
Triple-digit heat returns to Las Vegas this weekend and will likely peak near 105°F Monday. Clark County lists cooling stations and residents should plan outdoor time accordingly.
A blue Ford pickup struck a bystander during a northwest Las Vegas street takeover on April 25; police later arrested 22-year-old Cesar Sosa, authorities say.
Community & Society in ...
Clark County will attempt a Guinness World Records blanket fort next Saturday at Desert Breeze to give about 150 foster kids a night of play while offering caregivers respite.
Clear, dry skies this morning and highs near 100°F today. Expect a stretch of triple-digit afternoons into early next week.
Arts & Culture in ...
The Evel Knievel Experience opens June 27 in the Arts District, bringing Big Red, VR jumps and a heavy‑metal pizza parlor to downtown Las Vegas.
Food & Drinks in ...
Sinfull Sweets is set to open inside T‑Mobile Arena, bringing Sinfull Brownies' indulgent desserts to concerts and games. County filings show a pending business license and an expected pre‑summer launch.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Clark County’s Welcome Home Community Land Trust separates land and home ownership to sell lower‑cost houses to qualifying buyers, starting with Rebecca Place. Local lenders and county documents outline eligibility and resale rules.
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford joined a multistate comment urging USPS to withdraw a proposed rule that would let certain handguns travel through the mail. The AGs warn the change could undercut state gun laws and strain local enforcement.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
A Cinco de Mayo block party filled Fremont Street Experience with mariachi, folklórico and three stages of free music under the LED canopy. Organizers estimated large downtown crowds.
Nevada's seasonally adjusted jobless rate stayed at 5.3% in March while the Las Vegas metro sat at 5.4%, with leisure and hospitality losing ground amid uneven local gains.
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